Melba Moore - It's Been So Long (1986) Vinyl 12" Single • Club Remix

Catalog Number: V-15280

Record Grading: Near Mint (NM or M-), Sleeve Grading: Excellent (EX)

Condition Details:

Vinyl plays nicely; a few light hairlines (play-graded). 12" Single. Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing (front/back). Inner-sleeve is plastic. Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Hole-punch in top-right.)

Tracks:

• It's Been So Long (Extended Remix)
• It's Been So Long (Edit)
• Don't Go Away

About The Record:

It's Been So Long (12" Single), by Melba Moore, is a standout release from the peak of the mid-1980s dance and R&B era, featuring the title track produced by the legendary Beau Huggins and co-written by Moore herself. The lead song It's Been So Long became one of her signature club anthems and a fan-favorite, celebrated for its infectious house-inflected beat, soaring vocals, and extended remix that perfectly captured the energy of New York’s underground dance scene. Notably, this 12-inch single marked one of the earliest collaborations between Moore and the emerging sound of house music pioneers, helping bridge classic soul diva styling with the new electronic dance movement. The extended and instrumental versions included on the vinyl remain highly sought-after by DJs and collectors for their timeless dance-floor power. While several mixes exist, the It's Been So Long track itself achieved strong club play and enduring popularity within the garage and house communities.